The Uncommon Man Project

Burnout, blended family pressure, and “doing the thing” collide in this raw conversation about what actually makes men stronger. Nick Perry reveals how fatherhood, a premature birth, and life on the road forced him to stop hacking at life and start leading with clarity, structure, and presence.Josh pushes the conversation deeper, from the hidden cost of avoidance and overthinking to the practical reality of running a business while raising kids and rebuilding a family system. Together, they unpack why so many men stay stuck in noise, why clarity without action changes nothing, and how the right kind of men’s work can become a shortcut to calm, courage, and real momentum.You’ll hear:

• Why Nick’s caravan life with a young family became both an adventure and a survival strategy
• How a premature birth and business flatline changed everything overnight
• The “move the needle” test for knowing when to stop working and go be a dad
• Why AI, planning, and even therapy can become sophisticated avoidance
• The difference between hacking at life and cutting cleanly with intention
• How blended families demand leadership, elder guidance, and emotional range
• Why polarity in relationships is useful, but too simplistic when real life gets messy
• What Happy Dad Club is designed to do for business owners, fathers, and men who are tired of white-knuckling everything

Nick also shares the lived lessons behind building a more conscious relationship, navigating stepfatherhood, and learning how to bring both strength and softness into the home without losing yourself. Josh adds his own hard-earned perspective on burnout, responsibility, and why men need spaces where they can speak plainly and still be fully met.This episode is for dads, business owners, and men who feel stretched thin, emotionally overloaded, or quietly resentful that life keeps demanding more. If you need a reset, a wake-up call, or a model for how to lead with more honesty and less performance, this one lands hard.Perfect for anyone who knows they need to stop talking about change and start living it.

Connect with Nick here and find more about Happy Dads and how you can be a part of it.

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The conversation delves into the concept of the knowing-doing gap and the importance of taking action. It explores the idea of emptying oneself to learn and grow, the significance of structure and high-priority tasks, and the impact of overwhelm and busyness on productivity. The conversation also touches on the role of ego, the collapse of limiting beliefs, and the value of being a perpetual student. The conversation delves into the concept of positive thinking and its potential pitfalls, the dangers of disassociation, the impact of decision fatigue, and the importance of structure and routine in achieving success. It also explores the influence of childhood experiences on personal narratives and the significance of simplifying choices for improved decision-making.

Takeaways

• Knowing-Doing Gap
• Emptying Oneself
• Structure and High-Priority Tasks
• Overwhelm and Busyness
• Ego and Limiting Beliefs
• Perpetual Student Positive thinking can lead to disassociation and a lack of action
• Decision fatigue can be detrimental and simplifying choices is beneficial
• Structure and routine provide freedom and efficiency in daily life

Chapters

• 00:00 The Knowing-Doing Gap
• 03:06 Emptying Oneself and Learning
• 08:08 Structure and High-Priority Tasks
• 13:42 Overwhelm and Busyness
• 17:09 Ego, Limiting Beliefs, and Being a Student
• 29:56 The Pitfalls of Positive Thinking
• 30:51 The Dangers of Disassociation
• 47:13 Impact of Decision Fatigue
• 49:55 The Importance of Structure and Routine
• 41:15 Influence of Childhood Experiences

The podcast features a conversation with Kala Evans, a massage therapist and bodyworker, who shares her journey from a troubled past to personal growth and healing. The discussion delves into her experiences, challenges, and transformation, offering insights into the power of radical ownership and the importance of healing mind, body, and spirit. The conversation delves into the complexities of modern relationships, societal influences, and personal growth. Kala Evans shares insights on the challenges of dating, the impact of societal norms, and the importance of self-care and communication in relationships.

Takeaways

• Radical ownership
• Healing mind, body, and spirit Societal norms impact modern relationships
• Effective communication is crucial in relationships

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Unveiling Kala's Story
• 01:06 The Perception of Being a 'Witch'
• 02:40 Kala's Work as a Muscle Mechanic
• 04:51 The Impact of Healing on High-Performing Professionals
• 05:39 Challenges Faced by Males in Self-Care
• 07:30 The Power of Feminine Essence
• 08:56 Radical Ownership and Personal Transformation
• 16:11 Navigating Relationships and Healing
• 30:20 The Journey of Healing and Growth
• 36:05 The Impact of Societal Norms on Relationships
• 37:23 The Challenges of Dating in the Modern World
• 38:29 The Importance of Effective Communication in Relationships
• 45:43 Self-Care and Personal Growth in Relationships
• 01:03:28 Navigating Conflict and Constructive Communication

Travis Million, a utility CEO from Alaska, shares insights into the world of electric cooperatives and the people-centric approach to leadership. He discusses the unique culture and decision-making process of a co-op, emphasizing the value of community engagement and open feedback. Travis also reflects on the transition from a competitive mindset to a more open and people-centric leadership style. Travis Million shares his journey from a focus on winning to continuous self-improvement, the role of faith and mentors in his life, and the challenges of energy technology and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of caring for others and giving back to the team.

Takeaways

• Electric cooperatives prioritize community benefit over profit
• Leadership in a co-op involves open feedback and community engagement
• Transition from a competitive mindset to a people-centric leadership style Continuous self-improvement
• The importance of caring for others

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Travis's Story
• 01:08 The World of Electric Cooperatives
• 02:19 The Culture of a Co-op
• 08:22 Power Up with Travis: Community Engagement
• 11:32 Leadership and Open Feedback
• 18:04 Transition to People-Centric Leadership
• 20:48 Shifting from Winning to Self-Improvement
• 25:00 The Role of Faith and Mentors
• 34:01 Challenges in Energy Technology and Leadership
• 42:41 The Importance of Caring for Others

The conversation delves into the impact of 'Dad Life' and the emotional resonance it holds, followed by a discussion on the power of laughter, tears, and reflection. The theme of legacy and fatherhood is explored, along with resilience, emotional awareness, navigating conflict, and overcoming challenges. The conversation concludes with a focus on the divine plan and overcoming adversity. The conversation delves into seizing opportunities in chaos, the power of side hustles, overcoming financial stress, the role of faith and family, the impact of mentorship and relationships, embracing uncomfortable growth, and the importance of preparation.

Takeaways

• The emotional impact of 'Dad Life' is profound and resonates deeply with individuals, highlighting the importance of fatherhood and family.
• Resilience, emotional awareness, and the ability to navigate conflict are essential skills that contribute to personal growth and development. Seize opportunities in chaos
• Embrace uncomfortable growth

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Chapters

• 00:00 The Impact of Dad Life
• 08:22 Resilience and Emotional Awareness
• 30:24 The Divine Plan and Overcoming Adversity
• 37:10 Seizing Opportunity in Chaos
• 44:44 The Role of Faith and Family
• 59:03 The Impact of Mentorship and Relationships
• 01:10:29 The Importance of Preparation

The conversation covers topics related to family offices and their investment strategies, the business model of success fees in event curation, risk mitigation, and business experience, as well as a comparison between venture capital and hedge funds. The conversation covers the importance of numeracy, the trap of working on small deals, the impact of communication on deal size, the role of relationship building in corporate development, balancing work and risk, and the focus on risk in finance and life.

Takeaways

• Family offices and their investment strategies
• The business model of success fees in event curation Numeracy is essential
• The trap of working on small deals

Ryan on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryandbaird/

Chapters

• 00:00 Family Offices and Investment Strategies
• 08:19 Risk Mitigation and Business Experience
• 20:27 Venture Capital vs. Hedge Funds
• 28:07 The Importance of Numeracy
• 34:38 Relationship Building and Corporate Development
• 54:08 Focus on Risk

The conversation delves into the power of embodiment and the impact of living in the head on relationships. It explores the influence of validation and conditioning, the struggle for validation and shame, the impact on relationships, the journey to transformation, recognizing early signs of conflict, the path to healing and growth, and the art of riding the juiciness of tension. The conversation delves into the transformative power of Tantra and BDSM, the desire for range in relationships, the role of men in leading women to awareness, the journey of couples at the retreat, and the three stages of relating in a relationship.

Connect with Bree and register for her next retreta
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Takeaways

• Embodiment is key
• The impact of living in the head on relationships Transformation through Tantra
• The stages of relating in a relationship

Chapters

• 00:00 The Power of Embodiment
• 06:33 The Impact of Validation and Conditioning
• 14:10 The Impact on Relationships
• 20:02 Recognizing Early Signs of Conflict
• 26:34 The Path to Healing and Growth
• 32:15 Transformation through Tantra and BDSM
• 37:23 The Role of Men in Leading Women to Awareness
• 54:36 The Three Stages of Relating in a Relationship

What was your biggest takeaway?

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The Uncommon Man Project isn’t just a podcast- it’s a call to rise.

A brotherhood of men who are done with surface-level success and ready to build lives of depth, power, and purpose.

This is where high-achieving fathers, husbands, and leaders come to reconnect with what matters most—and forge a new legacy.

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Remember: You’re not alone.

And you’re not broken.

You’re just being called higher.

Be uncommon.

Live extraordinary.

Lead with sovereignty.

The conversation delves into the power of embodiment and the impact of living in the head on relationships. It explores the influence of validation and conditioning, the struggle for validation and shame, the impact on relationships, the journey to transformation, recognizing early signs of conflict, the path to healing and growth, and the art of riding the juiciness of tension. The conversation delves into the transformative power of Tantra and BDSM, the desire for range in relationships, the role of men in leading women to awareness, the journey of couples at the retreat, and the three stages of relating in a relationship.

Connect with Bree and register for her next retreta
https://www.instagram.com/breetaylormolyneaux/

Takeaways

• Embodiment is key
• The impact of living in the head on relationships Transformation through Tantra
• The stages of relating in a relationship

Chapters

• 00:00 The Power of Embodiment
• 06:33 The Impact of Validation and Conditioning
• 14:10 The Impact on Relationships
• 20:02 Recognizing Early Signs of Conflict
• 26:34 The Path to Healing and Growth
• 32:15 Transformation through Tantra and BDSM
• 37:23 The Role of Men in Leading Women to Awareness
• 54:36 The Three Stages of Relating in a Relationship

You’re building, pushing, achieving  but at what cost? In this raw conversation, Nick and Gareth dive into what happens when the grind breaks you open, how heartbreak and burnout can become doorways to deeper purpose, and why true leadership starts at home. Gareth shares his journey from heartbreak to building a thriving business while doing the inner work, offering wisdom on fatherhood, legacy, and creating space to feel it all.

Three Takeaways:

1. Burnout is a Mirror: Your business reflects your inner world. Burnout is a call to slow down and realign.
2. Doing the Work Means Feeling: There’s no bypass — feeling pain, grief, and fear is how you grow.
3. Presence Creates Legacy: Whether at home or in business, your presence is what truly shapes your impact.

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What was your biggest takeaway?

🛡️ Stay Connected to the Movement

The Uncommon Man Project isn’t just a podcast- it’s a call to rise.

A brotherhood of men who are done with surface-level success and ready to build lives of depth, power, and purpose.

This is where high-achieving fathers, husbands, and leaders come to reconnect with what matters most—and forge a new legacy.

🔹 The Nice Guy Recovery Scored Card- This is your reality check.

[Take the Quiz]

🔹 Events - Uncommon Retreat 2026 – A rite of passage for the modern man.

[Join the Event Here]

🔹 The Skool for Men - Surround yourself with brothers walking the same path.

[Join the Community]

Remember: You’re not alone.

And you’re not broken.

You’re just being called higher.

Be uncommon.

Live extraordinary.

Lead with sovereignty.

You’re running fast, building, grinding, making things happen. But somewhere deep in your bones, you know there’s more than just the material world. This episode is a journey into that space between the dirt under your fingernails and the cosmos above your head.

Ryan isn’t your average guest. He runs a thriving family business, oversees organic vineyards, and works the land with his father—while also exploring astrology, biodynamics, and the hidden patterns shaping our collective future. In this conversation, we dive into fatherhood as an initiation, balancing the sacred and the practical, and how the Age of Aquarius is changing the game for men ready to evolve.

Three Takeaways:

1. Grounded Spirituality: True wisdom isn’t found floating above the world—it’s forged in the tension between soil and sky, where conscious action meets cosmic cycles.
2. Initiation Through Fatherhood: The shift from son to father isn’t just biological, it’s a soul-level transformation that demands you integrate both your masculine drive and your feminine receptivity.
3. New Paradigms Require New Men: The Age of Aquarius demands we leave behind outdated systems and become architects of a world built on knowing, not blind belief.

Listen now to meet a man living the paradox of working the land while reading the stars—and find out what it takes to build a legacy in this changing world.

What was your biggest takeaway?

🛡️ Stay Connected to the Movement

The Uncommon Man Project isn’t just a podcast- it’s a call to rise.

A brotherhood of men who are done with surface-level success and ready to build lives of depth, power, and purpose.

This is where high-achieving fathers, husbands, and leaders come to reconnect with what matters most—and forge a new legacy.

🔹 The Nice Guy Recovery Scored Card- This is your reality check.

[Take the Quiz]

🔹 Events - Uncommon Retreat 2026 – A rite of passage for the modern man.

[Join the Event Here]

🔹 The Skool for Men - Surround yourself with brothers walking the same path.

[Join the Community]

Remember: You’re not alone.

And you’re not broken.

You’re just being called higher.

Be uncommon.

Live extraordinary.

Lead with sovereignty.